Why do clean things get stuck in the closet?

Sometimes it happens that recently washed items very quickly acquire an unpleasant odor, but they have not yet been worn or used in any other possible way. Of course, such an outcome will not bring pleasure to anyone, but before you rush to wash things, it’s worth figuring out why an unpleasant odor appears and what to do to avoid it. The article is specifically devoted to the reasons for the appearance and methods of getting rid of unpleasant and sometimes very nasty odors.

Why is there mustiness in the closet?

One of the reasons for this unpleasant problem is the ordinary carelessness of the owners. Often, along with recently washed clothes, worn items also end up in the closet. Because of this, all things inside get an unpleasant odor. But not all items should be washed after the first wear. For example, jeans or sweaters will quickly deteriorate if washed frequently. To solve this problem, it is necessary to separate washed and everyday clothes, then the problem with an unpleasant odor can be easily and productively solved.

Staleness and staleness due to damp things placed in the closet

Many clothing owners often put items that are not completely dried in their closets.In combination with not the best ventilation inside most closets, any unpleasant odor is quickly and permanently absorbed by things. And some odors are very difficult to get rid of, such as tobacco or animal odors. To solve this problem, you should thoroughly dry all items before putting them in the closet, and also get rid of possible unpleasant odors inside the closet by not putting clean clothes together with already worn ones.

You can also put in the closet a bag of herbs or herbs, flower petals or dried fruits, a scarf treated with various perfumes, or with pieces of aromatic soap, you can choose any pleasant scent. This will rid things of unpleasant odors and give them the necessary aroma.

Features of the material and design of the cabinet

Most cabinets, due to their design and material, do not have good ventilation, which is why there is always high humidity inside. This is another reason for the appearance of unpleasant odors on clothes. Mold that appears due to high humidity also carries an unpleasant odor.

To do this, you need to treat the cabinet with special means or simple hydrogen peroxide and wet clean it. In this case, the mold problem is solved once and for all. It is also worth noting that clothes should not remain inside the closet for a long time and they need to be “ventilated” at least sometimes, and the closet should be dried. Also, when fighting mold, water with vinegar or an activated carbon tablet are good remedies.

Features of things

It is worth noting that some items cannot be machine washed or require special ironing. When washing by hand, you can also add a spoonful of baking soda or vinegar to get rid of nasty odors.Many iron models today have a steam ironing function, which helps keep things fresh for a long time. But after ironing, it is best to “ventilate” the items to minimize the possibility of an unpleasant odor. Don’t forget about materials that need careful drying more than others, for example, some silk fabrics are more susceptible to unpleasant odors than others.

Poor quality conditioner powder

Some powders cannot always remove unpleasant odors, which can seriously affect the aroma of clothes, and a low-quality conditioner may not get rid of unpleasant odors, but add new ones. Household chemicals of insufficient quality can also cause this smell. Changing the powder or adding a spoonful of vinegar to it can solve the problem of musty aromas. The problem may also be hidden in the washing machine, in which fungus may form, which may not have a good effect on the smell of washed clothes. In this case, it is necessary to use special products designed to get rid of mold or consult with a specialist in this field.

Other reasons

Also, a serious cause of a nasty smell is close proximity to the kitchen, pets, household chemicals and other sources of such aromas. Clothes that have become saturated with odor may also smell and sometimes removing it is not as easy as we would like. In this case, it is best to remove clothing from such odor sources, if possible. Otherwise, adding vinegar or soda to the powder when washing will help get rid of this problem.

What to do to avoid suffocation?

To summarize the article, it is necessary to highlight a small list of rules, following which you can completely prevent your clothes from suffocating:

• Dry your clothes thoroughly before putting them in the closet, so they will stay fresh much longer;
• After removing clothes, it is necessary to “ventilate” them so that the musty smell does not transfer to other things;
• Separate everyday and washed clothes so that the smell does not transfer from one to the other;
• We must not forget about the characteristics of the material, because some fabrics require more care;
• Periodically wet clean the closet and do preventive work against mold;
• Make sure that the powder or conditioner gets rid of unpleasant odors, otherwise add a spoonful of vinegar or soda when washing;
• Keep clothes away from various sources of unpleasant odors;
• You can put a bag of herbs, fruits, flower petals or a scarf soaked in perfume in your closet to give your clothes the necessary smell;
• Carefully fold your laundry in the closet; on the Internet there are many beautiful ways to fold your laundry that will help get rid of the unsightly smell.
  

Conclusion

Unpleasant or even disgusting odors are a problem that many housewives have encountered and want to get rid of as quickly as possible. By following a number of simple rules, you can get rid of unnecessary aromas and increase the desire to wear clothes with the help of smells that are pleasant to the sense of smell, getting rid of the problem for a very long period.